Obituaries

May 9, 2023

Martha Zahler, age 88 of Fulton, NY passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 9, 2023.

She was predeceased by her parents, John and Emma Zahler who were born in Switzerland; brothers, John and Walter Zahler; and a sister, Ruth.

She is survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends. Martha worked in Syracuse...

May 8, 2023

Brady H. Niver, 16, of Fulton, NY, passed away on Monday, May 8, 2023. He fought valiantly for eight days but tragically succumbed to the injuries he sustained from a car accident. Brady was born as a triplet in Syracuse, NY to his parents Cliff and Heather (Higgins) Niver.  He was a junior at G. Ray Bodley high school...

May 6, 2023

Sandra “Sandy” L. Taylor, age 66 of Fulton, NY passed away on Saturday, May 6, 2023, with her husband, by her side. She was predeceased by her parents, William and Jean Smith.

Sandy is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Robert Taylor; children, Rob (Lea) Taylor, Jamie (Ramon) Desimone and Kerry (Troy) Rouleau;...

Apr 30, 2023

Rylee Marion Bartlett, 17, of Fulton, NY, passed away tragically on Sunday, April 30, 2023. Rylee was a junior at G. Ray Bodley high school where she was a member of the national honor society and the varsity girl’s lacrosse team. Rylee was in the top 3 of her class at Citi BOCES in the cosmetology program. She was...

Apr 29, 2023

Howard M. Butler, Jr., 91, of Cato, NY, died Saturday, April 29, 2023. He was born in South Granby and was a life resident of the Fulton area. Mr. Butler was employed by the M.R. Cary Corporation for 29 years, retiring in 1992. He was predeceased by his sister, Louise Phelps and his three brothers, Eugene, Robert, and...

Apr 28, 2023

Cathy Reed, 62, of Oswego, NY, passed away on Friday, April 28, 2023, after a brief illness at Crouse Hospital. Born in Syracuse, she was a daughter to the late George and Lillian (Fitzpatrick) Reed. Cathy worked as bus monitor for the Golden Sun Bus Service for the past seven years. She loved camping and spending time with...

Apr 26, 2023

James “Jim” L. Hackett, age 70 of Fulton, NY passed away on Wednesday, April 26, 2023. He was predeceased by his parents, Jack and Ada Hackett; and brother, Bill Hackett.

Jim is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Sandra Hackett; brother, Gary Hackett; sister, Debbie (Mike) Arnold; his favorite sister-in-law, Alice Humiston; brother-in-law,...

Apr 24, 2023

Anthony “Tony” T. Demperio Jr, 85 of Fulton, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 24, 2023, with his family by his side. Tony was born September 4, 1937, in Fulton to the late Anthony and Mary (Massaro) Demperio; he was also predeceased by his sister, Carmella Demperio.

Tony graduated from CBA in Syracuse and attended...

Apr 21, 2023

William “Bill” E. Pittsley, age 62 of Oswego, NY passed away on Friday, April 21, 2023. Bill was predeceased by his parents, Edward and Joan Pittsley.

Bill is survived by his wife, Mary Pittsley; son, Lucas Pittsley; siblings, Patricia (Kenneth) Miller, Thomas Pittsley, and Susan Pittsley; several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

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Apr 21, 2023

Joseph “Joe” J. James, 73, of Granby passed away unexpectedly at home April 21, 2023.

He retired from a 30 year career with ITT Goulds Pumps of Seneca Falls, formerly Morris Pumps.

Joe was a social member of the Fulton Polish Home and Fulton VFW POST...

Apr 20, 2023

Georgi Jean Stauring, age 56, of Volney, NY passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 20, 2023. Georgi Jean was a graduate of BOCES. She competed in the Special Olympics in running. She lived the life of leisure as she was her mother’s companion. She was predeceased by her parents, George and Marion Stauring; and all her aunts and...

Apr 18, 2023

Chuck "Papa Squatch" Gage was born on June 15, 1967, to Charles and Mary Lou Gage of Hannibal. Chuck was a lifelong carpenter, but those who knew him would call him a chuck of all trades. When he wasn’t working, Chuck could be found outdoors. He had a voracious love for camping, bridge jumping, and getting uncomfortably close...

Apr 5, 2023

Marion Stauring, age 97 of Volney, NY passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 5, 2023. She was born in Postolivka, Poland, now part of western Ukraine. At the age of four years old, she traveled with her family to Elk Point, Alberta, Canada. She met her beloved husband of 63 years, George R. Stauring at a park...

Apr 4, 2023

Barbara “Barb” J. Dulin age 74 of Hannibal, NY passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at Morningstar Residential Care Center. Barb went to join her sister who passed away only hours before her on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, in Rison, Arkansas. Barb was also predeceased by her father, Robert Aubertine; mother, Elizabeth Godfrey; and nieces, Katie Aubertine...

Apr 4, 2023

Gloria J. Pitcher, of Fulton, passed away unexpectedly on April 4, 2023 at her home in Volney. Born in Syracuse, she was a lifelong resident in Volney and a dedicated homemaker with her husband, children and grandchildren. Gloria was a former Assistant Dog Warden in Volney and responsibly found fur-ever homes for countless dogs. She was an avid cook,...

Apr 3, 2023

Edward J. Percy, 86, of Fulton, NY, passed away on Monday, April 3, 2023 at home surrounded by his family.  Born in Philadelphia, NY, a son to the late Elmer and Lena (Prittie) Percy.  Ed was a general contractor for Ed’s Construction.  He was an avid golfer, hunter, fisherman, and poker player. He loved and followed sports of all...

Apr 2, 2023

Carmen Heppell Baron, of Fulton, passed away peacefully on Palm Sunday, April 2, 2023, at Morningstar Residential Care Center, Oswego, NY.  A loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Carmen was a generous, compassionate, and strong willed woman.  She was born in Derby, VT on December 22, 1924, to the late John and Yvonne Heppell.  Carmen grew up in...

Apr 2, 2023

We are saddened by the passing of our father, Thomas James Heaphy of Palermo, NY. He died at the age of 86, on Sunday, April 2, 2023, surrounded by his family. Born in Syracuse, he was a son to the late Thomas and Leona (Delaney) Heaphy. After high school, Tom served in the United States Marine Corp. during the...

Mar 29, 2023

Timothy Boardway, 60, of Fulton, NY, passed away on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at St. Joseph’s Hospital after battling a long illness. Born in Oswego, a son to the Laurence Boardway and Nora (Kimball) Cook. Tim was a 1981 graduate of Oswego High School. Over the years, Tim held positions as a mechanic and in healthcare. He was an...

Mar 26, 2023

Rita M. Pierce, age 69 of Fulton, NY passed away on Sunday, March 26, 2023. She was predeceased by her husband, Paul Pierce; and her parents, Edward and Mary Lamb.

Rita is survived by her brother, Edward Lamb II; daughter, Debbie Pierce; friend, Michael Murphy; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Rita was an animal lover; she...